Cable Technician - 174977 - 175916 - 176400

Piper Companies; Red Oak (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full Benefits Provided in interview

Job summary

Piper Companies is seeking a Cable Technician to support a commercial infrastructure and technology installation project. This onsite role is based in Red Oak, TX, requiring hands-on experience with low-voltage cabling and fiber optics.

The position emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork to meet project milestones. The candidate should have 2+ years in cable/low-voltage roles, be able to read schematics, and demonstrate strong troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in cable technician, low-voltage, or telecommunications role.
• Experience with structured cabling installations and cable routing.
• Ability to read and follow project schematics and drawings.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Must provide and utilize PPE.
• Experience with telecommunications, electrical work, or fiber optics is preferred.
• Ability to lift equipment and work in physically demanding environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with installation, routing, and termination of low-voltage cabling.
• Support equipment installations while maintaining safety and project standards.
• Read and interpret basic project drawings and work documentation.
• Perform cable testing and troubleshooting as needed.
• Use hand and power tools safely in the field.
• Collaborate with project teams to complete installations on schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment following safety protocols.

Skills

Low-voltage cabling

Structured cabling

Blueprint reading

Troubleshooting

PPE compliance

Physical endurance

Team collaboration

Equipment handling

Tools

Fluke tester

Job description

Cable Technician

Job Summary: Piper Companies is seeking a Cable Technician to support a commercial infrastructure and technology installation project. This position is onsite in Red Oak, TX.

Responsibilities for the Cable Technician include:

• Assist with the installation, routing, and termination of low-voltage cabling and related infrastructure
• Support equipment installations while maintaining quality, safety, and project standards
• Read and interpret basic project drawings and work documentation
• Perform cable testing, troubleshooting, and issue resolution as needed
• Utilize hand and power tools safely and effectively in the field
• Collaborate with project teams to complete installations on schedule
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment while adhering to safety protocols

Required Qualifications for the Cable Technician include:

• 2+ years of experience in a cable technician, low-voltage, or telecommunications role
• Experience with structured cabling installations and cable routing
• Ability to read and follow project schematics and drawings
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Must provide and utilize personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Experience with telecommunications, electrical work, or fiber optics is preferred
• Ability to lift equipment and work in physically demanding environments

Compensation for the Cable Technician includes:

• Salary Range: $20 - $28 per hour based on experience, plus 10% night shift differential and significant overtime opportunities
• Full Benefits: Provided in interview process

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